Mini4EO
Indra Sistemas
Mini4EO is a multi-task satellite platform designed for Earth Observation missions, offering over 5 years of reliable service in LEO with high power generation and agility.
Key figurescomparable across the catalogue
- Mass
- 190 kg
- Power
- 400 W
- Largest dimension
- 1,550 mm
- Design life
- 5 years
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As published by the supplier
- Design life
- 5+ years in low Earth orbit (extendable to 7 years)
- Wet mass
- 190 kg
- Dimensions
- 90 x 90 x 155 cm
- Maximum power
- 400 W in Sun Pointing mode
- Battery capacity
- 1555 Wh
- Agility
- ±45° in 15 s (roll/pitch) with CMGs
- On-board processing
- AI for imagery
- Design
- Robust, modular, mission-configurable, cost-oriented
About
Mini4EO is a multi-task satellite platform developed by Indra Space, designed to enable simultaneous image acquisition and downlink across a wide range of scenarios. It is built for reliable service in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) for more than 5 years, with an extendable service life up to 7 years. The platform generates an average power of 400 W in solar pointing mode and has a wet mass of approximately 190 kg. Its compact mechanical design contributes to its agility, rapid reprogramming capabilities, and low latency, while also providing ample volume for Earth Observation (EO) payloads. The Mini4EO platform features a high battery capacity of 1555 Wh and exceptional agility, capable of achieving ±45° on roll and pitch axes in under 15 seconds using Control Moment Gyroscopes (CMGs). It is compatible with a wide range of launch services, allowing for selection based on customer requirements. The design is robust, modular, mission-configurable, and cost-oriented, incorporating AI for imagery processing on-board. The platform ensures maximum reliability through ESA qualification and rigorous testing in a clean room environment. Its modular design allows it to adapt to different payloads, missions, and applications, offering unique flexibility. The product page also mentions Insight4EO, an on-board processing solution with artificial intelligence for Earth Observation missions requiring rapid decision-making and low latency. Insight4EO is designed for critical operations like maritime surveillance or emergency response, enabling the satellite to analyze, classify, and prioritize data in orbit and transmit only relevant information. It combines intelligent data capture, autonomous assessment, and dynamic mission reprogramming to optimize bandwidth and reduce response times, transforming satellites into intelligent systems.
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